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The Big Island Chocolate Festival is right around the corner, so pack your bags for a trip to the Kohala Coast on Hawai‘i Island. Our favorite places will keep you relaxed and leave you pampered. We’ve even thrown in a sweet treat at the end.

1. The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii
WHY What better way to spend a weekend than at this luxurious resort with breathtaking views of the Kohala Coast and a private white sand lagoon. Don’t forget to say hello to the hotel’s frequent guests, the honu, or Hawaiian green sea turtles. WHERE 1 North Kaniku Drive, Kohala Coast, Hawai‘i Island, 885.2000, fairmont.com

5. Big Island Chocolate Festival
WHY Obviously, this celebration of everything made from cacao has to be the sweetest festival for the chocolate aficionado. At the gala finale, taste creations made by top chocolatiers, as well as fine wines and hand-crafted ales. It’ll be a memorable night of pure decadence. WHEN & WHERE March 21-23 at The Fairmont Orchid, Hawaii, 1 N. Kaniku Drive, Kohala Coast, Hawai‘i Island, 845.9905, bigislandchocolatefestival.com